AI to Revolutionize Digital Payments in India
AI to Revolutionize Digital Payments in India
IN · Published Jun 28, 2026
Dilip Asbe, head of the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), has highlighted the transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) in India's digital payments ecosystem.
Currently, the Unified Payment Interface (UPI) processes over 750 million daily transactions, with a target to surpass one billion.

Impact & Risks

The integration of AI into digital payments could significantly expand financial inclusion, particularly for individuals with low digital literacy. Enhanced security measures will protect users from fraud, fostering trust in the system. However, the dominance of major players like PhonePe and Google Pay, which control over 80% of the market, poses challenges for competition. Regulatory measures to cap market share at 30% by 2026 aim to address this imbalance, potentially opening opportunities for new entrants.

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